Business Resources

Our Programs

The 2010 Winter Games Secretariat has many programs in place to ensure a positive sustainable economic future for the province of British Columbia. The 2010 Commerce Centre has been an integral component to the successful procurement of Olympic opportunties for many British Columbians. In addition, programs such as the 2010 Speaker's Bureau and the Robson Square Showcase and Meeting Space provide important networking opportunities and information sharing seminars. The International Media Centre will be a prime hub for the unaccredited media to showcase our best to the world.

• 2010 Commerce Centre
• 2010 Speakers Bureau
• 2010 International Media Centre
• Robson Square: BC Showcase & Meeting Space

Partner Programs

VANOC
There are many ways for businesses to get involved with the Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (VANOC). Please visit vancouver2010.com for more information on these programs.

• Sponsorship
  VANOC offers businesses the opportunity to become involved at one of three sponsorship levels: National Partner, Official Supporter or Official Supplier.
  
  Sponsors contribute cash, and products and/or services in-kind. In return, sponsors receive the exclusive right to associate with the 2010 Winter Games. They are also entitled to use the Vancouver 2010 emblems and other Games-related marks in their advertising and promotions within Canada.
• Procurement
  VANOC is focused on procurement activities in areas where immediate requirements for goods and services exist. Where significant requirements are anticipated, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Invitations to Quote (ITQs), Requests for Expression of Interest (EOIs), and other bid opportunities may be issued and made public through this website and the BC Bid website.
• Licensing
  A Licensee is an organization that has been granted a license by VANOC to use the Vancouver 2010 brand and/or marks on specific products and accessories. These licensed products and accessories are created for sale in retail outlets and are also used by Official Sponsors to promote their association with the 2010 Winter Games.
• Retailing Vancouver 2010 Merchandise
  Click here for a complete list of licensees producing Official Vancouver 2010 Licensed Merchandise including contact information and licensed product categories.
  
  Click here for the online catalogue of Official Vancouver 2010 Licensed Merchandise sorted by licensee and product categories.
  
  Please note that the online catalogue does not yet feature the entire range of Official Vancouver 2010 Licensed Merchandise. For complete product guides, please contact the licensees directly.

Tourism British Columbia
Tourism British Columbia has established the 2010 and Corporate Relations division in recognition of the growing opportunities associated with the Province hosting the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.

Visit their Tourism 2010 Resource Centre for information on Games-related topics important to BC's tourism industry. You can also sign up to receive their Tourism 2010 E-news.

City of Vancouver
Working in partnership with senior levels of government and VANOC, the City of Vancouver has a number of opportunities to stimulate business activity including employment and investment. Please visit their website for current information.
www.vancouver.ca/olympics/economic.htm